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The Oldest Code of Laws in the World: The Code of Laws Promulgated By, Hammurabi, King of Babylon, B. C. 2285 2242 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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The Oldest Code of Laws in the World presents Hammurabi’s ancient rules in accessible English.
This edition offers a translation of the famous Babylonian code, crafted for readers curious about early law and its impact on societies long ago.
The introduction explains why this monument matters, how it shaped ideas of justice, and how scholars have read and debated its meaning. The text itself spans hundreds of lines carved on a stone, with sections that cover family, property, contracts, and penalties, reflecting a structured view of law from a powerful king.- Learn how the code organized disputes and remedies.
- See examples of rules about marriage, inheritance, theft, and injury.
- Understand the translation approach and the challenges of rendering ancient law into modern English.
- Explore the historical context and the code’s influence on later legal traditions.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. The Code of Laws is the world's oldest comprehensive law code that has been rediscovered in its entirety. Originally written by King Hammurabi of Babylon, Mesopotamia in 1750 BC, it is a compelling insight into the social fabric, judicial system, and cultural norms of one of the world's earliest civilizations. The code covered a vast array of crimes and punishments and established a set of laws that were intended to ensure justice and order within Babylonian society. The code demonstrates the remarkable level of social and legal sophistication achieved by the Babylonians and has had a profound impact on the development of legal systems around the world. It remains a testament to the enduring legacy of ancient Mesopotamia and provides valuable insights into the origins of modern legal systems. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331438427_0
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